Žytkavičy Population 2026
Žytkavičy has a population of 15,950, making it the #53 biggest city in 🇧🇾 Belarus, located in Homyel’ Voblasc’. Roughly 0.2% of Belarus's population lives here. It is about 109× smaller than Minsk, the country's biggest city.
Population (city proper)
15,950
Rank in Belarus
#53
Coordinates
52.22°N, 27.86°E
~137 m elevation · Europe/Minsk
Distance to capital (Minsk)
188 km
117 miles, straight line
Other big cities in Homyel’ Voblasc’
| City | Population | Rank in Belarus |
|---|---|---|
| Homyel' | 501,102 | #2 |
| Mazyr | 105,152 | #11 |
| Zhlobin | 76,844 | #18 |
| Rechytsa | 65,213 | #19 |
| Svetlogorsk | 62,602 | #21 |
| Kalinkovichi | 36,941 | #26 |
| Rahachow | 31,821 | #28 |
| Dobrush | 18,083 | #43 |
Cities near Žytkavičy
FAQ
What is the population of Žytkavičy?
Žytkavičy has a population of 15,950 (city proper, latest official figure via GeoNames), making it the #53 biggest city in Belarus.
What region is Žytkavičy in?
Žytkavičy is located in Homyel’ Voblasc’, Belarus.
Is Žytkavičy the capital of Belarus?
No, the capital of Belarus is Minsk, about 188 km away.
Sources & notes
Population refers to the city proper (municipal boundaries), not the metropolitan area. Source: GeoNames (CC BY 4.0), retrieved 2026-07-07. Country data: UN World Population Prospects 2024.
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